October 12, 2026
Date: Friday, November 27, 2026, 6 p.m.
Location: Events Plaza Lawn, The Village of Baytowne Wharf (Sandestin)
Admission: Free
Thanksgiving-week visitors on 30A can head to Baytowne Wharf the day after the holiday for a free outdoor showing of The Polar Express on the Events Plaza Lawn. The movie starts at 6 p.m.
Bring blankets or low chairs for the lawn. The next night, November 28, the Village holds its Here Comes Santa Claus tree lighting.
Storm-recovery reminder: we published this on October 12, 2026, after Hurricane Isaias came ashore near Destin. Plans along 30A can shift during recovery, so confirm with the organizer before making the trip.
Sources: Baytowne Wharf – November calendar · Sandestin event listing